Polaris Education - Martha H School
Full Time: SENCO Role
Basic Salary: £42,000
Benefits: Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme
Location: Wigan, Lancs
Are you ready to join a supportive and nurturing community that works together to achieve the very best outcomes for its young people? If so, Martha H School in Wigan could be the perfect place for you to develop your career and make a real difference to the lives of young people. We are currently seeking a SENCO to join our growing team. This is an exciting time to join us as we further grow our Senior Leadership Team.
About the School
Located in Wigan, Martha H School opened with its first cohort of learners in September 2025 and offers a safe and supportive environment for pupils from 5 to 16 years old. Our aim is to provide a learning environment where young people can thrive, feel supported, safe and are then able to leave school happy with relevant experiences and outcomes to enable them to contribute to the wider community.
We are part of the Polaris Community and have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years. Within the Polaris Community, we have Twelve SEN Schools across the UK that work together to provide each pupil with a tailored, diverse, and appropriate education in a safe, supportive environment that promotes engagement, inspires learning, and encourages achievement. We're also incredibly proud that 100% of our Education services have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.
Role responsibilities
Determine the strategic development of special educational needs (SEN) policy and provision in the school
Aid in the designing and delivering of extra interventions to reduce the attainment gaps
Assess and monitor the progress of pupils in line with their EHCP's
Hold annual reviews
Be a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
Attend multi agency meetings and lead on Early Help
Hold the designated teacher position for looked after children, attending meetings
Liaising alongside the Head Teacher, Tutor, Class Teachers and parents to support individual learning plans
Be responsible for the day-to-day operation of the SEN policy and co-ordination of SEN policy and co-ordination of specific provisions to support individual pupils with SEN or a disability
Maintain accurate records
Provide support to colleagues in developing effective teaching programmes and positive behaviour management techniques around individual children
Oversee and preparing annual reviews
Work closely with the Tutor to ensure that the appropriate professionals ae involved with the pupil's development and mental health needs
Be aware of the provision in the local offer
Work with early years providers, other schools, educational psychologists, health and social care professionals, and other external agencies
Be a key point of contact for external agencies, especially the local authority
Analyse assessment data for pupils with SEN or a disability
Implement and lead intervention groups for pupils with SEN, and evaluate their effectiveness
Co-ordinate provision that meets the pupil's needs, and monitor its effectiveness
Secure relevant services for the pupil
Communicate regularly with parents or carers
Ensure that if the pupil transfers to or from another school, all relevant information is conveyed to it, and supports a smooth transition for the pupil
Promote the pupil's inclusion in the school community and access to the curriculum, facilities, and extra-curricular activities
Work with the Head Teacher and Tutor, assisting in transitions and consultations
Cover classes where appropriate during Teacher absence
Teaching commitment (50/50) Secondary teaching experience, preferably Science.
Requirements
Qualified Teacher Status
National Award for SEN Co-ordination, or a willingness to complete it within 3 years of appointment
Previous involvement in school self-evaluation and development planning
Previous experience of teaching in an Autism/SEMH School
Experience in conducting training/leading INSET
Sound knowledge of the SEND Code of Conduct
Committed to professional development and willing to learn
What we offer
A workplace that values the emotional health and wellbeing of everybody (you included!)
A commitment to support your development in acquiring new skills through a wide range of professional opportunities
An opportunity to make a huge contribution to the lives and lifelong learning of vulnerable children who deserve high quality teaching in a safe educational provision
A friendly and inclusive team who are passionate about improving pupil outcomes
Being part of an exciting journey during the Growth of a new school
Being part of a passionate, diverse and motivated team where the child is at the centre of everything we do
We would encourage candidates to get in touch to arrange a school visit. Please contact Zoe Chittenden in the first instance. 07920 212308.
The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS Check, cost of which will be met by Polaris Community.
Polaris Community is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates.
Polaris Community is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.
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